Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 98

Aurora's voice was loud enough for all the generals and the Mystic Army to hear.

Aurora prided herself on being straightforward, and spoke without reservation. However, her words only deepened the disdain of those who already looked down on Carissa. The murmurs of discontent turned into a torrent of insults, overwhelming Carissa.

Violet and the others were livid, their faces turning ashen with anger. If not for the military rules, they would have rushed forward to teach Aurora a lesson right then and there. Their anger grew even more when they saw Carissa's calm demeanor.

Despite Aurora's blatant provocation, Carissa showed no signs of anger. She simply watched Aurora in silence, like a mute. She didn't respond, and her expression remained unchanged. Only her eyes grew darker.

"Carissa!" Rafael took a wooden staff from Dylan, and tossed it to her. "Don't use the Rose Spear. Use this.

Carissa caught the staff with one hand and tossed the Rose Spear back to Rafael, giving him meaningful look. "Understood, sir,"

he meant. Blades and spears were dangerous. If she couldn't control her rage, the Rose Spear might end up

Since you are so

for her to risk failure. This difference underscored the

stark backdrop. Bonfires were lit, their flames. casting a glow on the battlefield and making it easy to see the two figures standing in the center. Many expected a high-quality duel,

defeat Carissa. They hoped to see Carissa kneeling and

the two moves Carissa had shown him before leaving the manor and the feints she had used against Michael. He knew Aurora couldn't afford to lose; if she did, all her efforts on the Southern Frontier would be for naught. Worse, she

he shouted to Aurora, "Stay

with his sword, sending the stone flying. He looked towards Violet, who glared at him with eyes full of contempt. Although annoyed, he chose

Timothy shouted for the match to begin, all eyes focused

Many soldiers started cheering.

to the ground! Don't

show your